Defence

As I stated on the first page, this lineup is assuming that John Terry and Ashley Cole aren't deemed ready to return to action by Saturday.

Chelsea's defence hasn't been as solid as in recent years so far this season, as Falcao kindly showed us in the Super Cup final.

But even with the injuries to their most senior defenders, on paper, Chelsea still have a very handy set of defenders that could start against QPR.

Despite the signing of Cesar Azpilicueta, Branislav Ivanovic has been the best performer in Chelsea's defence so far this season, so I wouldn't think his position was in too much jeopardy.

The centre-backs basically pick themselves with Terry being injured, but the partnership of Gary Cahill and David Luiz has worked well in the past, and I wouldn't think that any opposing forward would expect an easy afternoon.

The position of left-back is slightly more difficult, with the usual Ashley Cole replacement, Ryan Bertrand, having been playing in a more forward role recently.

But despite this, Ryan Bertrand is a very capable defender, and with Chelsea's new attack-minded approach, he will still have the ability to get forward when the play requires it

So unless Roberto Di Matteo thinks Azpilicueta can make his debut on the left, then Ryan Bertrand should get his start.

Attacking Midfield

Chelsea are flush with attacking midfield talent this year, so the most difficult decision for Roberto Di Matteo is what players to choose.

Eden Hazard will probably be the first name on the team sheet after his blistering start to the season.

And Juan Mata has linked up with Hazard well, which will work in his favour for selection, and add to that the fact he is still an exceptional player, then there won't be too many arguments if he is picked to start.

The other position in the "3" in the 4-2-3-1 formation is more up for debate, with a few players scrapping for that place.

Ramires has been favoured there recently, but the beauty of having so much talent in one position is having the option of rotation.

Players like Daniel Sturridge, Oscar, Florent Malouda (no chance) and Marko Marin are all players with the ability of playing on either wing.

I would like to see Oscar starting this year. He has looked very impressive for both Brazil and Chelsea this year and looks to be ready to make a big impact on the Chelsea squad.

He has the ability to drift across the pitch seamlessly and fits nicely in to this new fluid movement that the Chelsea midfield seem to use now.